The City of Thunder Bay is aware that Unifor Local 229 paramedics serving the Superior North EMS District have voted in favour of a strike mandate.

A strike mandate is a routine part of the bargaining process and does not place the union in a legal strike position.

“We have great respect for the essential work our paramedics do every day,” said Acting City Manager Kerri Marshall. “We remain fully engaged in ongoing discussions with union leadership to reach a resolution.“

“Our top priority remains the health and safety of the public,” said Superior North EMS Chief Shane Muir.

Superior North EMS continues to provide emergency medical services throughout the District.

The City is accepting media inquiries but will not be commenting on the specifics of bargaining out of respect for the ongoing negotiations.

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Contact:            Shane Muir, Chief – Superior North EMS, 807-629-8884, shane.muir@thunderbay.ca